Copper Falls State Park

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Ancient lava flows, deep gorges and spectacular waterfalls make this one of the state's most scenic parks. Log buildings from the 1930s CCC era add a special charm. The call of the loon, the forest primeval, the timeless character of cascading waterfalls; these and more await the visitor to Copper Falls State Park. There are also three terrific mountain bike trails to ride. Take-on some hills or enjoy an easy roll. The Takesin is a single-track trail with glimpses of the Bad River through the tall pines. Be sure to check out the view of the 80 foot-deep gorge at the scenic overlook. The Vahtera Trail rolls through a beautiful forest of birch and maple. The North Country National Scenic Trail skirts Loon Lake and crosses the marshland and woods to Mellen.

Hours of Operation

6am-11pm.

Directions

Two miles north of Mellen via Hwy. 169.

Features

On Water

Disabled Access

Pets Welcome/Inquire

Campground Type

Backpack

RV

Tent

Trailer

Publicly Owned

Yes

Number of Campsites

59

Showers and Flush Toilets

Yes

Dumping Station

Yes

Concessions

Yes

Swimming

Yes

Nature Trails

Yes

Trail Length (miles)

14

Fish Type

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Largemouth Bass

Northern Pike

Panfish

Rainbow Trout

Canoe

Yes

Kayak

Yes

Cross-Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Trail Type

Groomed

Tracked

Hilly

Wooded

Ski Skating

Yes

Snowshoeing

Yes

Toilets

Yes

River

Yes

Camping Hook-ups

Electric

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